Former NYT Editor Criticizes Paper's Ideological Bias and HR Practices

Adam Rubenstein shares his experiences of ideological intolerance and editorial challenges during his tenure at The New York Times.

Adam Rubenstein, a former editor at The New York Times, recounts being shamed by HR and colleagues for expressing a preference for Chick-Fil-A, citing the company's perceived stance on LGBTQ+ issues.
Rubenstein highlights the difficulties of publishing conservative viewpoints at the Times, noting a higher bar for entry and more layers of editing for right-of-center submissions.
The publication of Senator Tom Cotton's op-ed on quelling BLM riots led to a newsroom revolt, with Rubenstein facing backlash and ultimately resigning from the Times.
Rubenstein argues that the controversy over Cotton's op-ed was not about safety or facts, but about control of the paper and ideological conformity.
He calls for newsrooms to recruit more editors and reporters with conservative backgrounds to ensure a diversity of views and to prioritize journalism over activism.